ncaab Game Recap
Western Illinois Falls 62-55 to South Dakota - Recap
South Dakota grabbed a 62-55 win over Western Illinois on Wednesday, behind a 16-point effort from Matt Mooney at DakotaDome.
South Dakota did not, however, defeat Western Illinois against the spread, which closed at -8.5 at most sportsbooks.
South Dakota got 13 points from Tyler Hagedorn and another 11 points from Carlton Hurst. Triston Simpson contributed 2 assists, while Tyler Hagedorn cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Western Illinois got 13 points from Garret Covington in a losing cause and another 13 points from Dalan Ancrum. Garret Covington contributed 3 assists for them, while Mike Miklusak had 8 rebounds.
South Dakota trailed at halftime, 25-23.
South Dakota had a 45-35 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
South Dakota looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Denver. Western Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. IUPUI.